Waterloo, Ontario, August 20, 2024 — VueReal, a pioneer in MicroSolid Printing™ technology, today announced the appointment of Shawn Mills as Vice President of Engineering. Shawn brings a wealth of experience and a visionary approach to the role, where he will oversee the development and integration of cartridge technology, backplane design, and microLED device engineering. His leadership will be instrumental in advancing VueReal’s mission to revolutionize the micro semiconductor industry.
Shawn Mills joins VueReal from Christie Digital, where he served as Senior Director of Display Engineering. At Christie, Shawn led a cross-functional team that bolstered the company's presence in the premium direct-view display market. His deep understanding of both technology and business, combined with a passion for innovation, has been a driving force behind his successful career.
Formally trained in mechanical systems engineering and holding an MBA in Strategic Management, Shawn has led programs for industry giants such as Boeing, AT&T, and Disney. His diverse background and strategic mindset make him ideally suited to guide VueReal’s semiconductor engineering team toward groundbreaking advancements in microLED display, lighting, and micro semiconductor fabrication.
"We are thrilled to have Shawn join our leadership team," said Reza Chaji, CEO of VueReal. "His expertise and innovative vision will be critical as we continue to push the boundaries of what's possible in microLED display and micro semiconductor technology. With Shawn at the helm of our engineering division, we are confident in our ability to lead the industry and deliver cutting-edge solutions to our customers."
In his new role, Shawn will be responsible for providing strategic leadership to the semiconductor engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence, and ensuring that VueReal’s cutting-edge technologies are efficiently integrated into production processes. His day-to-day activities will include overseeing the design, development, and optimization of cartridge technology, leading the development of robust backplane designs, and driving the engineering of microLED devices from design to scale-up production.
"I am excited to join VueReal at such a pivotal time," said Shawn Mills. "The company’s MicroSolid Printing™ platform is truly transformative, and I am eager to contribute to its continued success by leading our engineering team to new heights.”
About VueReal
VueReal, a pioneer in MicroSolid Printing™, is revolutionizing the micro semiconductor device industry with its eco-friendly micro-pixel manufacturing process. The platform enables the efficient transfer of microLEDs and other microsemiconductor devices, offering unmatched efficiency, reliability, and scalability. VueReal's patented method ensures high yield, throughput, and industry-leading defect rates, driving the microLED display market to a projected value of $30 billion by 2029. In addition to manufacturing microLED displays and lighting products for the automotive sector in Canada, VueReal licenses its MicroSolid Printing Blueprint to global OEMs, display fabs, and hardware manufacturers. For more information, please visit www.vuereal.com.
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